Ergonomics

Central tasks of ergonomics are the design and the evaluation of work situations and their adaptation to human needs. The well-being of the acting person as well as his/her efficiency play an equal role.

As a result of recent developments in working environments, cognitive aspects (information processing), mental strain, and demographic change have become increasingly important for ergonomic research.

Therefore, the spectrum of ergonomic research at the IfADo extends from the psycho-neuroscientific investigation of human information processing to the design of age-appropriate jobs.
Our research is subdivided into three major research topics, each of which deals with various projects in an interdisciplinary manner. Additionally, the networking group “Aging” and the trans-sectoral future laboratory integrate approaches across the department.